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The Department of Classics at Knox College invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor position, beginning September 2017; exceptional candidates may be considered for appointment at the associate level. PhD at time of appointment required. We seek a creative, energetic teacher and scholar who specializes in Greek language, literature, and culture. Candidates should be prepared to teach courses in both Greek and Latin, as well as courses in translation on such topics as myth, gender and ethnicity, and the visual and material culture of the ancient Mediterranean, which may also contribute to other campus programs (e.g., Africana Studies, Art History, Gender & Women’s Studies). Beyond evidence of excellent teaching and scholarship, candidates should demonstrate imaginative and innovative ways to keep classics a vital part of the liberal arts curriculum. Knox is particularly interested in qualified candidates who can contribute to the diversity and inclusivity of our academic community through their research, teaching, and service. Knox College offers three academic terms per year, with a teaching load of two courses per term.

Applicants should submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, transcript, a statement of teaching philosophy with course syllabi, a research statement, and three letters of reference. Submit applications and supporting material to Professor Brenda Fineberg at classicssearch@knox.edu. Review of applications will begin November 1. Short listed candidates will be interviewed at the meetings of the AIA-SCS in Toronto, January 5-8, 2017. Skype interviews can be arranged for candidates who are unable to attend the meetings in Toronto.

Knox College is an independent, top 100 national liberal arts college of 1,400 undergraduate students located in Galesburg, Illinois. Founded in 1837 by social reformers strongly opposed to slavery, Knox was one of the first colleges in the United States open to all, regardless of race, gender and financial means. Our campus population includes students from 48 states and 51 countries, significant representation of first-generation college students, and substantial cultural and racial-ethnic diversity. In keeping with our 178-year commitment to equity and access, we particularly welcome applications from members of under-represented groups. The College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status, religion, disability, creed, or any other protected class. For more information, visit our web site at http://www.knox.edu.